Release Date 15th August 2025
Leatherface, hailing from Sunderland, UK, formed in 1988 and many would say the best band Sunderland has ever produced, have left their mark in the Punk Rock halls of fame. Their catalogue is of the highest quality, from Cherry Knowle in 1989 to Mush in 1991 to Stormy Petrel in 2010.
Singer/Guitarist Frankie Stubbs' inimitable and distinctive gravelly vocals over songs like "I Want The Moon", or "Little White God" prove their pedigree. They have a perfect blend of hardcore and post-hardcore sounds, sometimes described as a mix between Hüsker Dü and Motörhead.
They inspired many bands across the world, including the likes of Hot Water Music: Chuck Ragan, in particular, has frequently mentioned Leatherface as a key influence, even citing their album Mush as one of his favorites. Hot Water Music has also covered Leatherface songs, further solidifying the connection with bands like Dillinger Four, The Gaslight Anthem, and many more.
This album captures Leatherface recording three sessions in the 90s for none other than the great John Peel which spans parts of their early career, hurtling you through the heady days of Radio and the privileged few who have ever walked the BBC Maida Vale recording studios, at the request of Mr. Peel himself.
Those fortunate enough to be invited to record their music by John would have it chiseled in musical stone, for the great man himself, leaving a timeless raw sound that only the BBC Maida Vale Studios could produce. The front cover of the album itself defines one of their greatest periods, with a photograph taken by the famed Photographer and Musician Steve Gullick, without doubt Steve’s Photographic genius sets the tone for what has been captured and now Little Rocket Records brings these sessions to you.
Sleeve notes by Sean Forbes (Rugger Bugger Discs / Wat Tyler / Hard Skin etc.) round it off perfectly.